Assess needs of clients visiting the walk-in clinic, provides care/advice (e.g., the benefits of preventive medicine etc.) accordingly and facilitates referral to the UN Medical Physician or to an outside physician, as indicated;

Liaises with Procurement Section and Supply Section to establish essentialcontracts for the mission;

Draws and implements duty roster for clinic personnel;

Maintains and medical inventory and supplies;

Arranges medical appointments and examinations to mission personnel;

Updates the monthly medical reports.

Quality nursing services that contribute to the good physical and mental health of staff are provided;

The key results have an impact on the efficiency of the dispensary. Accurate analysis and presentation of information, thoroughly researched and fully documented work strengthens the capacity of the UN Clinic at the duty station, and facilitates subsequent action by the supervisor. Incumbent’s own initiative is decisive in results of work and timely finalization.

Knowledge and experience in clinical/occupational nursing.

Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; ability to establish priorities and to plan and co-ordinate own work plan; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Initiative and willingness to keep abreast of new skills in the nursing field.

Proficiency in relevant medical software packages.

Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.

Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion. Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines. Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external clients. Responds to client needs promptly.

Registered Professional Nurse and first level degree BSc Nursing from an accredited Baccalaureate Nursing Programme (University) or equivalent such as an accredited Diploma Programme (4 years);

Certificates in ECG, CPR or Basic Life Support and ACLS or equivalent emergency medical care is an asset;

Recognized additional training in primary health care is desirable;

HIV/AIDS Management training is desirable;

National registration and license is a requirement.

Minimum 5 years of continuous clinical experience in nursing preferably in a multicultural environment;

Intensive Care and health administration;

Supervisory experience in a UN field operation is an asset. Knowledge and understanding of relevant UN administrative policies and procedures is desirable;

Experience in Trauma and Emergency care is desirable;

Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) is desirable.

Fluency in oral and written English; knowledge of other official UN languages is an advantage; knowledge of local language is a requirement.

Contract Duration: 1 Year with possibility for extension

This vacancy is archived.

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